We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Herndon, Virginia. This is a long-term contract position that offers the opportunity to manage full-cycle payroll processes and support benefits administration in a hybrid work environment. The role requires strong organizational skills and expertise in handling multi-state payroll, including California. Responsibilities: • Process bi-weekly payroll cycles for approximately 370 employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Handle manual data entry tasks and maintain detailed records to support payroll operations. • Manage payroll functions using ADP Workforce Now and other related systems. • Oversee multi-state payroll compliance, including adhering to California-specific payroll regulations. • Administer employee benefits by assisting with open enrollment, updating elections, and maintaining accurate records. • Ensure benefits-related deadlines are met and effectively communicate changes to employees. • Reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Collaborate with colleagues to address payroll and benefits-related inquiries and provide timely resolutions. • Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing. • Proficiency in multi-state payroll, including knowledge of California-specific regulations. • Experience using ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems. • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage manual processes effectively. • Familiarity with benefits administration, including open enrollment and data updates. • Excellent communication skills for interacting with employees and colleagues. • Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a hybrid schedule. • Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.

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Herndon, VA
onsite
Temporary
29.45 - 34.10 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Herndon, Virginia. This is a long-term contract position that offers the opportunity to manage full-cycle payroll processes and support benefits administration in a hybrid work environment. The role requires strong organizational skills and expertise in handling multi-state payroll, including California. Responsibilities: • Process bi-weekly payroll cycles for approximately 370 employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Handle manual data entry tasks and maintain detailed records to support payroll operations. • Manage payroll functions using ADP Workforce Now and other related systems. • Oversee multi-state payroll compliance, including adhering to California-specific payroll regulations. • Administer employee benefits by assisting with open enrollment, updating elections, and maintaining accurate records. • Ensure benefits-related deadlines are met and effectively communicate changes to employees. • Reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Collaborate with colleagues to address payroll and benefits-related inquiries and provide timely resolutions. • Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information.
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